Boston restaurants you'll love
Top restaurants in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston is more than a trophy town that tens of thousands of college students call home every year: it’s also a thriving food city that nods to the past while embracing the future. There are thousands of restaurants to choose from – everything from classic red-sauce Italian in the North End to French bistros in the South End, historic taverns older than the United States itself, and trendy new spots popping up all over town.
Cross the river into Cambridge and you’ll find authentic Korean barbecue, pho, and ramen restaurants supported by the city’s college-aged population. There’s plenty to love about the Boston restaurant scene, especially if you’re into seafood and fresh produce. Local New England lobsters, oysters, clams, and fish are easy to find, thanks to Boston’s proximity to both Cape Cod and the North Shore. And if all that seafood makes you thirsty? Home to some of the oldest breweries in America, there’s always something interesting on draft in Boston, especially if you head over to one of the town’s 20 or so craft breweries. If you’re not a beer drinker, don’t worry. There’s plenty of cider, local wine, and even local craft spirits to be explored, too.
Boston's top cuisines
Must-try Boston restaurants
Iris Mezze
240 Devonshire Street, Boston
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Epsa Lemon | $2.75 |
Epsa Orange | $2.75 |
Pistachio-Almond Baklava | $4.50 |
Chilacates - West End
66 staniford st, Boston
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AL PASTOR BURRITO | $0.00 |
Flour tortilla, rice & beans, cheese, pico. Thin cut slices of roasted pork marinated in annatto and pinapple | |
CARNE ASADA TACO | $5.99 |
1 soft HANDMADE corn tortilla. Comes with onion, cilantro and radish.Grilled steak | |
GRILLED SHRIMP TACO | $5.99 |
1 soft HANDMADE corn tortilla. Comes with onion, cilantro and radish. Camarones a la parrilla |
PIZZA • SALADS
Locale - North End
352 Hanover St, Boston
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Tartufo Pizza | $17.00 |
mushrooms, caramelized onions, fontina cheese, truffle oil | |
Polpette Pizza | $17.00 |
homemade tomato sauce, homemade meatballs, ricotta, pickled chilies | |
Piccante Pizza | $15.00 |
homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni |
Pita Thyme - 102 Water Street
102 Water Street, Boston
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SPICY POTATO | $4.49 |
Cubed potatoes with herbs & spices | |
CHICKEN KEBAB SALAD | $12.99 |
Mixed Green, Cucumber, Tomato, Red Pepper, Fresh Mozzarella, Honey Balsamic Dressing topped with Chicken Kebab | |
FALAFEL ROLLUP | $9.99 |
Ground chickpeas with herbs and spices lightly fried served with lettuce, tomato, pickles, banana peppers, parsley, tahini |
BBQ • SANDWICHES
Tasty BBQ
417 Washington Street, Boston
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Triple Tasty | $16.50 |
Three meats, two sides, dill pickles, fresh texas onions, bbq sauce. | |
Double Tasty | $15.50 |
two meats, two sides, pickles, fresh texas onions and a side of bbq sauce. | |
BBQ Chopped Brisket Sandwich | $9.55 |
BBQ Chopped brisket on a butter toasted bulkie roll, 2 sides, pickles, fresh texas onions, and BBQ sauce. |
VESTER Southie - 105 West First Street
105 West First Street, Boston
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TRUFFLE Turkey Club | $15.00 |
The VESTER take on a Cali-inspired club: honey roasted turkey, melted havarti, bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, + finished with our *NEW* house-made truffle parm aioli. | |
VESTER "Caesar" Wrap | $12.00 |
Chopped romaine massaged with homemade parmesan "paste" + bacon bits + homemade croutons in a whole wheat wrap. | |
Peppermint Mocha | $0.00 |
choice of dark or white chocolate, house peppermint syrup, espresso, with your choice of milk. Available iced or hot. |
SOUPS • SALADS • CHICKEN • FRENCH FRIES
Dona Habana Restaurant
811 Massachusetts Ave, Boston
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Ensalada De Pechuga Con Queso De Cabra | $22.00 |
HOT GRILLED CHICKEN ON A BED OF ROMAINE LETTUCE WITH ZESTY CILANTRO-LIME DRESSING AND FRESHLY MADE MANGO SALSA TOPPED WITH GOAT CHEESE | |
Arroz Blanco | $5.00 |
WHITE RICE | |
Pudin De Pan & Dulce De Leche | $7.00 |
CUBAN STYLE BREAD PUDDING |
Flour Bakery - Farnsworth (Fort Point)
12 farnsworth street, boston
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iced coffee | $3.75 |
iced coffee served black - please dress your coffee when you arrive! | |
avocado toast | $12.00 |
guacamole, poached egg, cotija, pickled fresno chili, cilantro, salsa verde, on multigrain | |
applewood smoked bacon sandwich | $14.00 |
arugula, balsamic vinaigrette, tomato, mayo (w/o nuts, df) |
FRENCH FRIES
Chickadee
21 Dry Dock Ave, Boston
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Truffle Lumache | $28.00 |
joyberry farms mushroom bolognese, parmigiano-reggiano, chive | |
Slow Roasted porchetta | $42.00 |
brussels sprouts, walnuts, anchovy emulsion, lemon | |
Marinated Beets | $17.00 |
whipped goat cheese, pistachio, ras el hanout |
Bodega Canal - 57 Canal Street
57 Canal Street, Boston
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Quinoa Bowl | $16.00 |
Black Quinoa, Sweet Grilled Ancho Crema Corn, Black Beans, Fire Roasted Tomatoes, Avocado, Mexican Cheese Blend, Chiotle Aioli | |
Baja Bowl | $16.00 |
Yellow Rice, Black Beans, Street Corn, Sautéed Peppers & Onions, Chipotle Crema, Guac, Tomato Salsa, Feta, Cilantro, Pepitas | |
Guacamole | $14.00 |
Lime, Cilantro, Red Onion |
American Provisions - Southie-Southie-Southie
613 East Broadway, Boston
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Farm House | $14.00 |
Honey maple turkey, mild cheddar, tomatoes, cucumbers, sharp honey mustard, and arugula, on a white or multigrain ciabatta roll. Allergen note: honey mustard contains egg. | |
The Roast Beef | $14.00 |
Roast beef with creamy horseradish sauce, watercress, black pepper, and crispy onions on a soft brioche roll. | |
La Campania | $10.00 |
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinaigrette on a ficelle |
SANDWICHES
Americano Espresso Bar
155 Meridian St, East Boston
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Cold Brew On Tap | $0.00 |
Snowy Owl Comayagua region of Honduras. Flavor notes of almond, dark chocolate, and orange. - Brewster, MA George Howell Antigua, Guatemala. Flavor notes of dark chocolate and molasses. - Acton, MA Equal Exchange East African blend with Flavor notes of raspberry, blueberry, and chocolate ice cream. NOBL Brazil Full body dark roast that is smooth and diverse. Flavor notes of dark chocolate and caramel. | |
Cold Foam Cold Brew | $0.00 |
Golden Cold Foam - (Turmeric & Honey) Vanilla Cold Foam - (Sweet Vanilla) Plain Cold Foam - (Thick Foam Topped) Caramel Cold Foam - (Caramel Sauce) Chocolate Cold Foam - (Chocolate Sauce) | |
ADD BAG | $0.10 |
Davio's - - Seaport
26 Fan Pier Boulevard, Boston
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ala 8 Filet | $57.00 |
8 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon | |
Endive Salad | $15.00 |
Endive, Radicchio, Frisee, Pomegranates, Gorgonzola, White Balsamic, Almond Crumbs | |
To Go Bread | $0.00 |
Yes, would like to go Bread for my order |
Banyan Bar + Refuge
553 Tremont St, Boston
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KFC Bao (vg) | $13.00 |
tempura cauliflower, sweet + spicy sauce, green onion | |
Sticky Chicken | $21.00 |
crispy chicken thighs, vietnamese glaze, miso-scallion ranch | |
Fried Chicken Bao | $15.00 |
crispy fried chicken thighs, korean style sweet + spicy glaze, pickles |
SALADS • SANDWICHES
Tatte Bakery - Northeastern
369 Huntington Ave, Boston
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Latte | $0.00 |
A double shot of espresso with steamed milk and topped with microfoam. (190 / 230 cal, Contains: Milk | |
Muesli | $0.00 |
Whipped Greek yogurt topped with housemade granola, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, pear, apple, honey, and black sesame. (670 / 980 cal, Contains: Milk, Sesame, Tree Nut - Almond, Cashew) | |
Breakfast Sandwich | $10.00 |
Eggs your style, Vermont cheddar, and applewood smoked bacon on housemade sourdough. (870 cal, Contains: Wheat, Milk, Egg) |
PIZZA • SANDWICHES • GRILL • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Clery's - Boston, MA
113 Dartmouth St, Boston
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Shrimp Tacos | $19.00 |
Side buffalo | $0.00 |
Calamar | $15.00 |
Lily's Patio & Garden
33 Batterymarch Street, Boston
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MARGHERITA PIZZA | $18.00 |
margherita, sliced tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, EVOO | |
MUSHROOM PIZZA | $20.00 |
Wild roasted mushroom, caramelized onions, truffle mayo | |
CHICKEN BACON RANCH PIZZA | $19.00 |
crispy chicken, smoked bacon, ranch dressing |
SOUPS • SALADS • SANDWICHES
The Tip Tap Room
138 Cambridge Street, Boston
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CHICKEN TIPS | $26.00 |
citrus, yuzu & herb / jasmine rice / cucumber - corn slaw (GF) | |
BREAD FOR 2 | $1.00 |
2 slices of miche bread & rosemary - maple butter | |
KOREAN CHICKEN WINGS | $18.00 |
chile, citrus, sesame & soy marinated / spiced ranch |
SEAFOOD
The Barking Crab
88 Sleeper St, Boston
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Naked Lobster Roll TOGO | $39.00 |
Warm, butter poached lobster meat, served on a toasted bun with coleslaw, fries, and a pickle. | |
Fried Scallop Platter TOGO | $34.00 |
Served with coleslaw, fries, and tartar sauce. | |
Fisherman's Platter TOGO | $41.00 |
Golden fried Haddock, Scallops, Shrimp & Clam Strips, served with coleslaw, fries, and tartar sauce. |
Istanbul Doner Burrito
350 Brookline Avenue Unit 18, Boston
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Bowl | $13.45 |
Build your own bowl with helal & fresh ingredients. | |
Chips & Dips | $5.95 |
Indulge in our delectable Chips & Dip combination, perfect for satisfying your snack cravings. For just $5.95, you can enjoy a generous serving of our crispy, golden-brown chips paired with your choice of one of the following delightful dips. | |
Tortillas Wrap | $10.95 |
Build your burrito with helal & fresh ingredients. |
Carmellas Market LLC - 86 Cottage St.
86 Cottage St., East Boston
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Jeffries Point Special | $12.95 |
Chicken Cutlet with Prosciutto, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Red Peppers, Olive Oil and Seasoning. Served on a sub roll. | |
Capo Regime | $12.95 |
Parma Prosciutto, Mortadella, Sweet Capicola, Genoa Salami & Provolone Cheese. Served Plain unless topping options selected. Served on a sub roll. | |
Cini God Special | $13.95 |
Chicken Cutlet Served with Broccoli Rabe, Hot Soppressata, Fresh Mozzarella, Hot Chopped Stuffed Peppers, Olive Oil and Balsamic Glaze. Served on a sub roll. |
Gatto Pazzo
240 Devonshire Street, Boston
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Pepperoni | $15.50 |
Tomato, Caciocavallo, Mozzarella Pepperoni, Garlic, Oregano | |
THE GATTO PAZZO | $17.25 |
MARINATED SHRIMP, GOLDEN VODKA SAUCE, CACIOCAVALLO, SCALLION | |
Sopressata | $15.50 |
Tomato, Garlic, Spicy Sopressata, Local Honey, Calabrian Chili |
SMOKED SALMON • TAPAS • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
South End Buttery
314 Shawmut Avenue, Boston
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Buttery Biscuit Sandwich | $10.50 |
buttery biscuit sandwich, scrambled egg, aged cheddar, bacon or roasted tomato | |
Breakfast Burrito | $10.95 |
scrambled eggs, scallions, bacon, baby spinach, cheddar, sour cream and salsa | |
Bagel | $3.00 |
OMG bagel with your choice of cream cheese or other topping |
Blackbird Doughnuts® Cambridge Street - Beacon Hill | West End
175 Cambridge Street, Boston
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PUMPKIN SPICE ROLL | $4.00 |
brioche, spiced pumpkin, cream cheese glaze | |
ICED TOASTED MARSHMALLOW LATTE | $5.75 |
iced espresso, milk, house-made toasted marshmallow syrup | |
BOSTON CREAM COLD BREW | $5.45 |
Blackbird Doughnuts cold brew, house-made chocolate sauce, vanilla Boston cream cold foam |
WRAPS • PIZZA • PASTA • SANDWICHES
Viga Catering
133 Pearl St, Boston
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Montalcino | $12.99 |
Grilled steak and chicken combo, tomato relish, provolone cheese, and homemade chipotle sauce. | |
Caesar Chicken (Large) | $10.99 |
Crisp romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, croutons, and caesar dressing with grilled chicken breast. | |
Greek Chicken (Large) | $12.49 |
Mixed greens, tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, and greek dressing with grilled chicken breast. |
Our Fathers at Citizen Pub
1310 Boylston St, Boston
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"What's the Craic?" Burger | $22.00 |
10oz ground sirloin bacon cheeseburger topped with truffle oil, red wine demi glace, blue cheese butter, scallions; served with hand cut fries. | |
Roasted Meatball Parm Slider | $8.00 |
Roasted pork & beef meatball on a brioche slider bun with tomato sauce, house mozzarella & grated pecorino. | |
Spicy Fried Pickles | $9.00 |
Deep fried dill pickles chips served with a side of buttermilk ranch. |
Pete’s Dockside
12 Channel Street, Boston
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GRILLED CHICKEN CLUB | $11.25 |
BACON LETTUCE TOMATO &MAYO | |
SICILIAN SLICE | $3.50 |
CHEESBURGER | $8.50 |
Capo Restaurant & Supper Club
443 West Broadway, South Boston
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Garlic Bread | $8.00 |
black pepper & oregano ciabatta | |
Cacio e Pepe | $28.00 |
*NEW* cavatelli, beef and pork meatballs, parmesan, black pepper | |
Meatballs | $13.00 |
classic pork & beef |
Sorelle–Atlantic Wharf
282 Congress St., Boston
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Southwestern Chicken | $12.50 |
bacon, avocado, cheddar, greens, tomato, red onion, chipotle, CIABATTA | |
Chicken, Provolone & Roasted Peppers | $12.25 |
basil pesto, CIABATTA | |
Caprese | $10.75 |
tomato, fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, balsamic, CIABATTA |
Chicken and Rice Guys - 280 Washington
280 Washington Street, Boston
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Small Gyro | $9.79 |
Call it "Hero," "Yeer-o," or "Guy-ro," we just call our lamb gyro freaking fantastic. | |
Regular Combo | $10.99 |
The best of both worlds with our classic chicken and luscious lamb/beef gyro together. Perfect for indecisive eaters! | |
Regular Tofu | $10.49 |
Veggie lovers rejoice! Our tasty tofu is hand-rubbed with the same spice rub we use on our chicken, then baked and served with our tomato / cucumber blend! |
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